Putin signs law allowing him to run two more terms in Kremlin

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GOVERNMENT PHOTO: Russian President Vladimir Putin takes part in the signing ceremony of the General Agreement between the All-Russian Trade Unions, Employers and the Government of the Russian Federation, via video conference call, at the Novo-Ogaryovo State House outside Moscow, Russia 31 March 2021. Sputnik / Alexei Druzhinin / Kremlin via REUTERS

MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law allowing him to serve two more terms in the Kremlin once his current term expires in 2024, according to a document posted on a government website. Shown Monday.

The legislation, which could pave the way for Putin to remain in power until 2036 if he chooses to win re-election, reflects comprehensive changes to the constitution introduced last year.

Reporting by Vladimir Soldatkin; Writing by Alexander Marrow; Edited by Alison Williams

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